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Nearly a month after devastating twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's central coast, survivors continue to face immense hardship. The powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes claimed over 5,000 lives, displaced nearly 18,000 people, and caused an estimated $19.6 billion in damages, according to the World Bank. Families are still searching for missing loved ones while hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure remain heavily damaged. Mental health experts have also raised alarms over rising trauma, depression, and suicide risks among survivors struggling to rebuild their lives.

Iran has issued a fresh warning against the United Kingdom, threatening to target RAF Fairford after accusing Britain of assisting US military strikes on Iranian territory. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared that any military base used to launch attacks on Iran is now a legitimate target. The warning comes after reports that a US Air Force B-1 bomber departed from RAF Fairford, a major American forward operating base in England, fueling speculation over Britain's role in the escalating West Asia conflict.

Russia has launched another wave of heavy airstrikes across Ukraine, targeting residential areas and a hospital in Zaporizhzhia, leaving multiple civilians injured. As the war intensifies, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to jointly produce Patriot missile interceptors with US defense giant Raytheon to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses. The latest attacks have also disrupted Black Sea shipping, pushing global wheat prices higher and raising concerns over international food security. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to urge Western allies to accelerate military assistance as Russian missile and drone attacks intensify.

US President Donald Trump has revealed that he is close to deciding on a massive new attack against Iran, signaling a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. The United States has now carried out strikes on Iranian military targets for the 13th consecutive night, while Iran continues retaliatory attacks across the Gulf region. As tensions rise, oil prices have crossed $100 per barrel, raising fears of a global energy shock. Trump also warned that the US would use frozen Iranian assets to compensate for damage caused to ships and cargo in the Gulf, while directly blaming Iran for Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.

Due to this new partnership, the decision has been taken to postpone the trailer release. Directed by Dangal-fame Nitesh Tiwari, the movie is a grand adaptation of the Hindu epic Ramayana. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana, and Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita.

As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms modern warfare, the United Nations is calling for a global ban on lethal autonomous weapons systems that can identify and engage targets without meaningful human control, warning that the technology is advancing faster than it can be regulated.

Delhi HC will hear a PIL seeking an NIA probe into the July 20 “Sansad Chalo” NEET protest. The plea alleges links to a larger conspiracy involving foreign-funded groups and political actors.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has officially ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving assurances from the Government that no legal action will be taken against protesters at Jantar Mantar. The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which has been leading the anti-paper leak movement, welcomed the development but said the protest will continue until the Union Education Minister resigns. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced stricter action against paper leaks, confirming that the Union Cabinet will discuss a draft bill introducing fast-track courts and tougher punishments for offenders. Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the government's response, calling for accountability over the NEET UG 2026 paper leak controversy.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has officially ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving assurances from the government that no legal action will be taken against protesters at Jantar Mantar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also urged Wangchuk to prioritize his health while announcing stricter action against NEET paper leaks, including fast-track courts and tougher punishments for offenders. In today's global headlines, the United States continues its military campaign against Iran, launching its 13th consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure. US President Donald Trump has announced that frozen Iranian assets will be used to compensate ships and cargo affected by attacks in the Gulf while also unveiling new tariffs on 60 trading partners. Meanwhile, Russia's missile strike on eastern Ukraine injured civilians and damaged residential buildings, while devastating wildfires continue to spread across Italy, France, and Spain, forcing thousands to evacuate. Albania witnessed violent protests over a Trump-linked luxury resort project, and the US imposed fresh sanctions on Cuba's international medical missions program. Stay tuned for the latest international developments, geopolitical updates, and breaking world news.

US President Donald Trump said Iran would "never" be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, accusing Tehran of harbouring "evil intentions", while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned the country would continue to "pay a very heavy price" as tensions escalated.

India has secured the lower 10 per cent tariff slab under the United States' new Section 301 trade measures after discussions with Washington on labour standards, avoiding the higher 12.5 per cent rate imposed on several other economies.

Police arrested suspect Raul Morales after two men were stabbed on Manhattan’s Upper West Side in potential antisemitic attacks where the assailant reportedly shouted “Allahu Akbar,” according to officials.

Donald Trump announced the US will use frozen Iranian assets to compensate for maritime damages in the Gulf, amid rising tensions and shipping disruptions linked to regional conflicts.

Delhi Police refuted CJP claims that three boys were detained for delivering food to Jantar Mantar protesters, clarifying they were briefly stopped during routine vehicle verification.

Delhi Police clarified that no decision has been made to cancel passports of all Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protesters, dismissing viral claims as misleading, though individual rioters could face legal action.

Iranian official Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocked US military strategy near the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it backfired by pushing global Brent crude prices past $100 amid regional energy conflict.

The Trump administration announced new Section 301 tariffs on 60 trading partners, targeting countries that fail to prohibit or enforce bans on goods produced using forced labour.

At Advancing AI 2026, AMD unveiled the MI450 with 432GB HBM4, EPYC Venice on TSMC 2nm, and the Helios rack. OpenAI committed 6 gigawatts of AMD GPUs, Meta matched with 6GW more — the most serious challenge to Nvidia's AI dominance.

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike, but the Cockroach Janata Party will continue its Jantar Mantar protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET paper leak allegations.